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PAL by Banana Stand Works
Introducing PAL, a 60% keyboard by Banana Stand Works featuring an exploded arrow key cluster. The project focuses on simplifying assembly with Geon's tadpole mount and aims to offer a high-quality, affordable setup. Produced in collaboration with Protozoa Studio, it promises a streamlined user experience.
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15 Mar 2022
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Total Votes
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Positive Feedback
- Community is excited about the unique layout and design.
- Many users are expressing great interest in the board, especially the exploded arrow keys.
- The overall aesthetics and features, like LED indicators, are appreciated.
- Several members are considering purchasing the board when it becomes available.
Negative Feedback
- Concerns about the lack of a conventional right shift key.
- Some users are hesitant about the long wait time for the group buy and production.
- Criticism regarding potential production issues and transparency from the manufacturer.
Suggestions
- Request for more color options for the keyboard.
- Suggestions for including split spacebar and other customization options.
- Interest in programming the LED bar for layer indicators or other functionalities.
Common Questions
- Inquiry about the actual height of the keyboard as mentioned in the specs.
- Questions regarding support for different layouts and plate files.
- Users are asking for updates on the group buy and fulfillment timeline.
🤖 AI Summary
Thread has a total of 104 replies with a prominent engagement toward the keyboard design. There is a strong positive sentiment towards the features and aesthetics, but notable concerns about production delays. Overall, high community engagement is evident.
Interest Check Info
Project Specs
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Specs Listed
Name
PALRelease year
2024Switch Options
Profile
Layout Size
60%Layout Standard
Layout Ergonomics
Connection
Polling Rate
Battery capacity
Mount Style
TadpoleCase Colors
Grey, Green, LilacCase Material
6063 AluminumKeycaps Material
Dimensions
17.5mm front height, 21.50mm adjustedWeight
Hot Swappable
trueKnob Support
Display Support
Mac/Win Support
Multi-Media Keys
USB-C
USB passthrough
Hall Effect Support
QMK Support
VIA Support
N-Key Rollover
Rapid Trigger
Screw-in Stabilizers
Sound Dampening
Backlight